1938 Universal Geneve Compur - Ref. 12420

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€5,450.00

€5,450.00

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A very early Compur with faceted lugs.

WHY IS THIS WATCH SPECIAL
The Compur is a quintessential chronograph from Universal Genève; with its balanced dial and well-proportioned case, this watch has maintained its timelessness flawlessly. Trademaked in 1937, the Universal Genève Compur range of chronographs featured for the first time in watchmaking history a movement with the second column wheel under the dial, the famous Compur were replaced in the early 1940 by the Uni-Compax.

THE STORY
Universal Genève has been on the up and up over the past few years and it's easy to see why. The Compur was lauched in 1937 and quickly became a hit. The Swiss manufacture consistently produced beautiful tool watches such as this Compur with two subsidiary dials and extremely rare Universal Genève logo on the dial. This example feature a perfect balance of elegance and sporty look.

THE DATA

Maker: Universal Genève

Model: Compur 18k Yellow Gold

Reference: 12420

Case N°: 729xxx

Year: 1938

Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold

Dimentions (WxHxT): 35x43x12mm

Caliber: In House UG 285

Bracelet/Strap: Brown leather

Lug width: 18mm

Box/Papers: N/A

THE IMPORTANT DETAILS
This watch is in extremely good condition for its age. The case is verywell preserved, and the rare silver white dial featuring the Universal Genève logo with elongated roman numbers looks great. This is a superb vintage chronograph, elegant and scarce, with a nice presence on the wrist, perfect for everyday wear.